Lodhi Lateralus Semal

In the shady northern parts of Lodhi Gardens, a magnificent Semal tree simultaneously dominates with its huge crown spread and twists into itself in a gnarled fusion of branches.

Location:

State: Delhi NCR
Locality: Delhi: Northern section of Lodhi Gardens, just west of Sikander Lodhi Tomb

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Botany:

Common name: Semal or Silk-Cotton Tree: One of the largest trees in North India, with huge red flowers and stout strong branches, and silky fibres in its fruit
Botanical species: Bombax ceiba
Botanical family : Malvaceae [Cotton or hibiscus]
This species is profiled in Krishen’s Trees of Delhi: A Field Guide

Geography:

Latitude: 28.59630944 ° north of the Equator
Longitude: 77.22039611 ° east of the Prime Meridian
Altitude: 219 metres above sea level

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Journey:

Exploring The Ancient Capital of Delhi
Path : Around and with Delhi National Capital Region
Date photographed: 8.07.09

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For the landmarked tree named Lodhi Lateralus Semal , the database reference code is: a012.

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